What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Student Extern - Domestic Relations (Denver) position at Briggs and Morgan, P.A. (now Taft Law)?
At Taft, we work as one team, driven and committed to helping our clients succeed. A full-service law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys and over 2,000 on our team, we have the collaborative approach, advanced technological resources, and depth of services that make us a preeminent law firm.
Taft is seeking a Law Student Extern to join our Domestic Relations team in Denver.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented law student to join our family law practice. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a law student to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of family law litigation and client advocacy. The intern will work directly with attorneys on active cases, develop practical legal skills, and observe real-world court and mediation proceedings.
Duties And Responsibilities
Date Posted: 4/21/2026
Deadline to Apply: 5/31/2026
The salary range for this position is $35/hour-$40/hour. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum pay for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Interested candidates should apply here.
Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-VERIFY.
Taft is seeking a Law Student Extern to join our Domestic Relations team in Denver.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented law student to join our family law practice. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a law student to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of family law litigation and client advocacy. The intern will work directly with attorneys on active cases, develop practical legal skills, and observe real-world court and mediation proceedings.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research and draft internal memoranda on family law issues, including divorce, parenting time, and asset division.
- Assist in preparing exhibits, discovery materials, and trial summaries.
- Draft motions, pleadings, and correspondence under attorney supervision.
- Support attorneys in case preparation for hearings, mediation, and trial.
- Attend and observe court proceedings, mediations, and client meetings.
- Current second- or third-year law student enrolled in an accredited law school.
- Coursework or prior internship experience in family law or litigation preferred.
- Strong interest in pursuing a career focused on family law and civil litigation.
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical abilities.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Professional demeanor and ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw or LexisNexis), and basic document management systems.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Date Posted: 4/21/2026
Deadline to Apply: 5/31/2026
The salary range for this position is $35/hour-$40/hour. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum pay for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Interested candidates should apply here.
Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-VERIFY.
Salary : $35 - $40